Michael Deemer, President & CEO from The Downtown Cleveland Alliance spoke to Bill about February is here which means the 2022 NBA All-Star Game is right around the corner - How is Downtown Cleveland continuing to navigate its recovery?
What impact will the All-Star Game have on Downtown Cleveland?
- Proud to host another large scale event like NBA All-Star Game; builds on track record for hosting large scale national events: 2021 NFL Draft, MLB All-Star Game in 2019, 2016 RNC
- Collaborating with NBA, Destination Cleveland, Cavs and partners from around the city to promote activities happening All-Star weekend.
- Anticipating boost in foot traffic- impacting small businesses and storefront retail.
- Both NFL Draft & NBA All-Star Game are key events attracting thousands of visitors- impacting Downtown recovery.
How is Downtown Cleveland continuing to navigate its recovery?
- Employees continue to return to the office
- Sherwin-Williams broke ground on their new corporate headquarters in Downtown Cleveland- 1,000,000 square-foot facility, 36-floor office tower- hundreds of jobs
- New retail in Tower City- Jaxson’s Closet, Peach Fuzz- Complex Store Pop-up
- New Restaurant- Indie East. 4th
- Encouraging People to get vaccinated, boosted, and practice good hygiene.
For more information, or if you’re interested in relocating or expanding into Downtown Cleveland, visit Downtowncleveland.com